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Our Italian recipes will make you say “buon appetito.” Check out our classic Italian recipes and our quick and easy recipes, too!

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    Mozzarella Baked Spaghetti

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    This satisfying easy baked spaghetti recipe comes together and will please everyone at your table. Add a salad and breadsticks,...


    Italian Pineapple Chicken

    I created this dish one night when I was in a particular hurry. There is hardly any preparation involved, and...


    Basil Pasta Sauce

    Nothing beats the aroma of this speedy simmered pasta sauce...except its wonderful taste. To round out the meal, toss together...


    Pepperoni Pizza Salad

    I like to serve this refreshing salad during the summer when my family craves pizza but I don't want to...


    Two-Bean Tomato Bake

    Parmesan cheese, basil and garlic spice up this mouthwatering medley of beans, mushrooms, onion and tomatoes. It's even more flavorful...


    Italian Green Beans

    When I was first married, I wasn't a great cook. Twenty years later, I have many dishes I'm proud of,...


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    Bruschetta

    Full of simple yet bold Italian flavors, this easy bruschetta recipe is perfect crowd-friendly fare.


    Aunt May’s Lasagna

    Some people don't like ricotta cheese, traditionally found in lasagna. This is a nice alternative.—Angie Estes, Elko, Nevada

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    Ravioli Lasagna

    Our four-ingredient ravioli lasagna is the perfect shortcut meal for when you're craving lasagna but don't have as much time...


    Baked Lasagna Roll-Ups

    This baked lasagna is far better tasting than any store-bought version. Ham and spinach combine for fabulous flavor. —Delia Kennedy,...


    Florentine Egg Bake

    This flavorful breakfast bake comes together quickly using handy convenience foods, including refrigerated hash browns, biscuit mix and store-bought pesto....


    Mostaccioli Veggie Salad

    I first sampled this refreshing salad at a church potluck several years ago. The mix of pasta, zucchini, summer squash,...


    Spicy Spaghetti Sauce

    This spicy spaghetti sauce is warm and comforting—a delightful option for a chilly day! The tomato-based sauce is made with...


    Vegetarian Stuffed Shells

    These vegetarian stuffed shells, with a three-cheese filling flavored with broccoli and herbs, are so tasty that you won't miss...


    Sausage Spinach Manicotti

    "My newly married daughter didn't want to ask her mother-in-law for the recipe to her husband's favorite meal," writes Donna...


    Italian Broccoli Pasta Salad

    "I've served this dish at our children's graduation parties, and everyone has asked for the recipe," Loretta Conrey notes from...


    Shortcut Sausage Lasagna

    "My family and friends love this great tasting lasagna," writes Cindy Moore of Rhinelander, Wisconsin. "The recipe is almost foolproof....

    Lemon-Basil Bow Ties

    With fresh basil, shredded Parmesan and a splash of citrus, the pasta toss is a delicious accompaniment to many different...


    Parmesan Chicken Pasta

    I developed this recipe one Saturday night when I wanted to make something a little nicer, but with minimal time...


    Shrimp ‘n’ Shells Salad

    "I received this recipe from a friend," explains Heather Richardson. "It can even be served as a light dinner with...


    Great Garden Veggies

    I jazz up zucchini, yellow squash and tomato with cheese and seasonings. The no-fuss skillet side dish is perfect for...


    Basil Cream Cheese Bruschetta

    This appealing appetizer takes classic bruschetta to new heights. Instead of olive oil, these savory treats are spread with reduced-fat...


    Fried Ravioli

    In Catonsville, Maryland, Lee Server dresses up packages of cheese ravioli with a handful of seasonings for these mouthwatering bites....

    Garden-Fresh Bruschetta

    This easy-to-fix bruschetta can be served as an appetizer or as a colorful side dish. —Rachel Garcia, Fort Knox, Kentucky


    Crab Fettuccine Alfredo

    “This is one recipe I just can’t resist,” writes Chris Carattini from Laramie, Wyoming. “It’s so delicious and simple to...


    Florentine Rice

    Our Test Kitchen assembled this easy dish with leftover rice. The spinach, red peppers, cheese and pine nuts make it...


    Sage Polenta

    Bits of sweet red pepper peek through these pretty polenta squares that have a slightly sweet corn flavor and are...


    Chicken Broccoli Manicotti

    Here's a tasty new way to use up leftover poultry after the holidays. It's a long-standing favorite at our house.


    Sauteed Zucchini

    I've found that this flavorful sauteed zucchini complements almost any main course, from chicken to fish. If you like, use...